Lachende galopperende 1930 - 1945

"Lachende galopperende" (Laughing Galloping), a 1930-1945 pencil drawing by Dutch artist Henk Henriët (1903-1945), depicts a rider on a spotted horse galloping at speed. The work, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a dynamic study in motion. The rider appears to be laughing, captured in a moment of exhilaration, while the horse's mane and tail are rendered with energetic, flowing lines that suggest a blur of movement. Henriët's distinctive style, characterized by bold lines and expressive brushstrokes, is evident in this captivating work.